Penn Forest Natural Burial Park

09/11/2026

Hello Neighbors!

Unfortunately, our beloved Nature Walk and Talk with Scott Hill for tomorrow, September 12th has been canceled.

Though we’re very sad to miss out on this special event, Scott hill will be providing the next Nature Walk and Talk on October 24, Saturday from 10 to 11 AM.

Please RSVP to [email protected]

We hope to see you in October. Thank you for your patience and understanding!

09/10/2026

Join us this Saturday, September 12th from 10am to 11am!

“Healing in the Woods” Many of us experience the woods as a place of healing. What about the creatures and ecosystem around us? Where and how do they recover from wounds and threats? Walk and learn with Pennsylvania Master Naturalist Scott Hill—and maybe heal a little. Bring a friend and your best hiking shoes for a fun, informative outing.

We’ll gather in the main cemetery parking lot and head to the trails from there. Our hiking trail is about ¾ of a mile long, with some steep hills along the way. We hope to see you there for a retreat into nature’s embrace

Please RSVP by emailing Deanna at [email protected]

09/04/2026

This is your friendly reminder to grab your Slices and Spirits tickets for a sunset pizza social under the stars at Penn Forest on September 19th from 6 - 9pm.

We can’t wait to celebrate the autumnal season with our community. ✨ 💫

Tap your toes to bluegrass music by Well Strung Well Strung and rockabilly surf by The Boom Rockets 💥🚀.

Enjoy handcrafted pizza by Driftwood Oven, hard c***rs by A Few Bad Apples C***r and so much more!

Bring your family and friends along for the special experience :)

See you there!

08/24/2026

🍃 This Wednesday, August 26 at 7 PM! 🍃

Laura Faessel and Deanna Mance are this month’s speakers for Green Burial Council FREE webinar!

This webinar explores how intentional programming and community engagement, ranging from workshops and land-based gatherings to partnerships with local organizations, support the families we serve, deepen connection to the land, and build lasting trust. We’ll share how these efforts not only demystify death and expand awareness of green burial, but also cultivate belonging, sustainability, and long-term support for the mission of natural end of life care.

To learn more and sign up for the webinar please visit the Green Burial Council.

08/22/2026

Join Stephanie Flom and Katie DeFiglio this coming Tuesday for Inner Stillness with Sound and Clay at Penn Forest.

✨ Enjoy a meditative sensory experience with clay followed by a relaxing sound bath. ✨

Visit our website’s Event page for more details and to save your spot!

08/20/2026

We couldn’t be more pleased to collaborate with A Few Bad Apples C***r and Driftwood Oven for a 2nd year! Slices & Spirits on Saturday September 19th from 6 -9pm is coming around the summer bend and we look forward to star gazing with you. 💫 ⭐️

A Few Bad Apples will be providing a cash bar of crisp hard c***r refreshments to complement the delicious pizza dinner and dessert made and served by Driftwood Oven. Live music by Well Strung and The Boom Rockets 💥🚀 , friendly conversations and your warm smile will make the perfect ambiance to a much needed celebration.

Tickets are going fast! Make sure you reserve your place at the communal Penn Forest table!

To grab your tickets or to learn more, please visit our website’s Event Page. You can also find us on Eventbrite.

See ya there!

08/19/2026

Yoga With Goats THIS SATURDAY 10AM August 22, 2026. Grab your mat, register at returninghomefarm.org and get in on the fun!

The goats are ready, and so are we! Join us for Yoga With Goats on Saturday, August 22 at 10:00 AM at Returning Home Farm.

With only 5 classes remaining in the 2026 season, now is the time to claim your spot. Whether you're coming back for another round of fun or stepping onto the mat for the first time, this class welcomes everyone. Bring a friend and make it a day to remember!

Our certified and compassionate instructors create a warm, welcoming space full of laughter, movement, and of course - adorable goats. It's the perfect blend of wellness and joy, set against the idyllic backdrop of farm life.

Spots are limited, so get yours today!
Register at returninghomefarm.org

The goats can't wait to meet you. 🐐🧘🏾‍♀️

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By the way, the goats don't like rain or a wet, soggy pasture. If rainfall is forecast for the Friday before and/or the Saturday morning of class, please check our page “Yoga With Goats” for possible cancellations before heading out to the farm.

08/12/2026

We have another wonderful Volunteer Day in our Flower Picking Garden coming up this Saturday August 15th from 9am - 12pm with flower farmer, Sam Jocuns.

Garden experience of all levels are welcome!
Bring your favorite garden gloves, a special friend and your sunny disposition. 🌞 And don’t forget to take home a beautiful small bouquet of flowers. 💐

Don’t have garden gloves or tools? No worries! Sam will provide you tools from the community tool box.

Please RSVP so Sam can prepare for the day. To RSVP and learn more, visit our Event’s page on our website and look for Volunteer Day August 15th.

We look forward to gardening together. :)

08/04/2026

Laura and Deanna are hosting our third and final group tour, Is Green Burial the Way to Go?, on Saturday, August 15 from 10AM to 12PM. The group tour in July was very lovely, and in light of this, we decided to host one final offering for the summer. Hooray!

If you’re curious about Green burial and considering eco-friendly end of life choices that honor both people and the planet, we encourage you to join us for an enlightening and welcoming talk on how to consider more natural options in your final arrangements.

This tour is designed for those who are new to Green Burial and Penn Forest!

To learn more, please visit our website’s Event Page or email [email protected]

We look forward to seeing you there!

07/23/2026

Slices & Spirits is one of our favorite events at Penn Forest! ✨
Saturday September 19th from 6 - 9pm.

It’s one of the few opportunities to gather under the stars with live music, delicious food, refreshing drinks, and wonderful company. We can’t wait to spend time together and celebrate the simple moments that bring us joy.

If you haven’t reserved your spot yet, now’s the time! Grab your tickets and save your seat at our community table.

We’re looking forward to welcoming the autumn season with you. 🍁

Reserve your tickets through Eventbrite or email [email protected] for more information.